Grave Mistake

Grave Mistake by Christine Pope is a witchy paranormal cozy mystery with a touch of slow-burn romance. It introduces the Hedgewitch for Hire series, following Selena, a hedgewitch looking for a fresh start in the small Arizona town of Globe. She opens a New Age shop, hoping for a quiet life among quirky locals and desert landscapes. Instead, she soon finds herself at the center of a murder investigation and a dangerous tangle of magic.

After her former mentor Lucien tracks her down and then mysteriously disappears, his body is discovered on tribal lands, and Selena becomes a prime suspect. Calvin Standingbear, the charismatic chief of the San Ramon Apache tribal police, leads the case and must decide whether to trust Selena’s claims of innocence. When one of Lucien’s followers is also killed, dark magic, vengeful spirits, and long-buried secrets rise to the surface. Selena and Calvin must work together to uncover the truth before the evil stalking them claims another victim.

Grave Mistake stands out for its blend of cozy small-town atmosphere, witchcraft, and light romantic tension. Readers will enjoy the mix of magical investigations, snappy dialogue, and warm, character-driven moments that balance the darker elements of the plot. The book weaves Native American lore, hedgewitch practices, and modern paranormal crime into a fast-paced but accessible mystery. The chemistry between Selena and Calvin adds an emotional layer that keeps the pages turning.

Ideal for fans of paranormal cozy mysteries, witchy fiction, and small-town supernatural series, this book offers an engaging entry point into a larger magical world. With its intriguing mix of magic, murder, and budding romance, Grave Mistake delivers both comfort and suspense. Readers searching for witchy mysteries with strong female leads, charming lawmen, and just the right amount of danger will find plenty to enjoy in this first installment.